Hi, my name is LuAnne Hage, owner of Virtual Relief! I have a diversified background in marketing, advertising, administrative, and customer support.

Specialty:

I specialize in helping small business owners and executives focus on the areas in their lives and businesses they do best. By freeing up their time and taking over tasks they aren't getting to or aren't great at, they can pursue their goals and have more time for the things they enjoy. I'm passionate about helping my clients create a life they love. I'm a firm believer in getting out of life what you put into it, and I love being able to help others move confidently toward their dreams while I achieve mine!

Background:

My journey toward starting my business began in 1999 when I decided to leave the corporate world of advertising to have more freedom and return to what I did best, work more directly with people. With my background in art, a Bachelor of Science in Marketing, experience as a personal assistant to the president of an ad agency, and then becoming an account executive myself, I offer a variety of valuable skills to other business owners. My greatest strength is the diversity in my background coupled with my ability and eagerness to learn new things every day, and I receive tremendous satisfaction from it. After completing 20 weeks of training from Stacy Brice, who is the acknowledged leader of the professional Virtual Assistant profession, and graduating from AssistU, the world's premier training and coaching institution for Virtual Assistants, Virtual Relief! was launched, and I started filling my practice.

As a June 1999 graduate of AssistU and later earning the Certified Professional Virtual Assistant designation, I am truly excited to be on the ground floor of a profession that is picking up speed as we move through the 21st century! What's equally exciting is knowing that I can share the benefits of my knowledge and experience with appreciative clients. Today, I have wonderful clients who appreciate me and give me the opportunity to truly collaborate with them on their businesses and let my gifts shine.

Personal Interests:

On a personal note, my interests include training for an Ironman triathlon, traveling to various parts of the world, hiking, skydiving, watching baseball, spending time with friends, family, and of course enjoying my 'co-worker'--my long haired Chihuahua named Bella. She is my 'baby' and truly a joy to "work with" day in and day out. She reminds me each and every day how important balance is in life and that is what I strive to bring to each and every client!

Education:

Bachelor of Science in Marketing: Arizona State University--W. P Carey School of Business, Tempe, Arizona

AssistU Virtual Training Program: Graduate of the premier training program for Virtual Assistants, a rigorous 20 week specialized course. (Visit www. assistu.com for more information)

Certified Professional Virtual Assistant Designation: A level of certification available to AssistU trained Virtual Assistants after demonstrating a mastery of skills.